Tech Jobs in Shanghai, China

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Shanghai’s skyline of skyscrapers mirrors its booming tech sector. The city hosts the annual China International Internet Expo and the Shanghai Mobile Internet Conference, drawing global talent and investors. With 4,557 open tech listings, developers, data scientists and product managers find a competitive ecosystem fueled by strong venture capital flows and a culture of rapid prototyping.

Key players in Shanghai include Alibaba’s Shanghai HQ, Tencent’s AI Lab, ByteDance’s data center, DJI’s robotics campus, and SenseTime’s AI research hub. Fintech giants like Ant Financial and Ping An operate large Shanghai branches, while cloud giants Huawei Cloud and Alibaba Cloud maintain regional data centers. Startups in autonomous driving, health tech, and 5G infrastructure also thrive in neighborhoods such as Pudong’s Lujiazui district and Xuhui’s Xujiahui tech corridor.

Living costs in Shanghai are high: average monthly rent for a one‑bedroom in Jing’an or Xuhui ranges from ¥8,000‑¥12,000, while public transport and meals add another ¥2,000‑¥3,000. Transparent salary data helps candidates gauge whether a role’s compensation—often 20,000‑35,000 RMB a month for software engineers—covers these expenses and allows for savings. Knowing the salary band before an interview removes guesswork and speeds up the negotiation process.

特药事业部-医学信息沟通专员-广州

Company: Sanofi U.S.

Location: Lanzhou, China

Posted Oct 15, 2024

The job posting is for a Medical Information Communication Representative at Sanofi's Specialty Business in Guangzhou. The role involves providing professional support to clients, building partnerships, and contributing to business development. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree or higher in a medical or pharmaceutical field, with at least one year of industry experience. They should possess strong communication, analytical, and coordination skills, and be able to work effectively under pressure. Sanofi offers opportunities for growth, a supportive team environment, and comprehensive benefits including healthcare, wellness programs, and family-friendly policies. The company values diversity and inclusion, and encourages all to join in their mission to create miracles in healthcare.

Application Scientist

Company: Thermo Fisher Scientific

Location: Shanghai, China

Posted Oct 15, 2024

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Field Application Scientist for Transmission Electron Microscope. The role involves providing scientific training, demonstrations, and technical support to customers. The position is field-based, requiring extensive travel across Southeast Asia and occasional support in other Asia-Pacific countries. The ideal candidate should have a Masters Degree in materials science, applied physics, or similar (PhD preferred), more than 5 years of EM experience, and excellent customer-facing skills. The company offers a competitive salary, yearly bonus, and numerous career development opportunities.

GBS Senior PTP Analyst

Company: Biogen

Location: Shanghai, China

Posted Oct 15, 2024

The GBS Senior PTP Analyst is responsible for a range of PTP-related tasks, including reviewing and processing third-party invoices, managing vendor master data, and supporting T&E claims processing. The role involves ensuring SOX/internal controls are completed and documented, handling audits, and championing the company's T&E policy. The ideal candidate should have a finance or accounting degree, relevant certifications, and 5+ years of AP experience in an MNC. Experience in the Korea market, project experience, and knowledge of international banking and payments systems are preferred. Familiarity with Oracle/SAP ERP systems and Power BI is advantageous. The role requires strong organizational skills, clear thinking, excellent communication, and fluency in Mandarin, Korean, and English.

China Strategy-Business development Intern

Company: Sanofi U.S.

Location: Lanzhou, China

Posted Oct 15, 2024

The Business Development Intern role at SinoPharm offers a broad platform for career development, involvement in key projects, and opportunities for vertical or horizontal growth within the team and company. The role includes supporting corporate strategy projects, BD projects, data collection, market research, and internal communication. The intern will work onsite at least 2 days a week, preferably with a pharma-related educational background. SinoPharm, a global top 500 pharma company, is an excellent choice due to its reputation as a top employer in China, employee benefits, and a comprehensive online learning platform. The intern will also have the chance to participate in employee club activities to quickly build a network.

Electrical Design Engineer

Company: Schneider Electric

Location: Xiamen, China

Posted Oct 15, 2024

The job posting is for a role that involves providing effective technical support to sales and customers, understanding and meeting genuine customer needs, and offering optimal solutions. The role also includes electrical design for projects, including nuclear projects, and optimizing design solution processes and standards. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's or master's degree in electrical power and automation industry, 3-5 years of experience in power system or related fields, and a strong understanding of automatic control systems, electrical protection, factory supply, power system analysis, and circuit analysis. Proficiency in English and familiarity with relevant technical and manufacturing standards are required. Experience with AutoCAD, SAP, and Eplan systems is preferred. A good understanding of power equipment operation and power system running requirements, along with a strong sense of cost and quality, is also necessary.

Operator I, Manufacturing

Company: Thermo Fisher Scientific

Location: Lanzhou, China

Posted Oct 15, 2024

The job posting is for a 12-hour night shift position in a cleanroom environment. The role involves following safety management requirements, carrying out production tasks such as molding, welding, and assembly, and participating in process improvement activities. Preferred qualifications include cleanroom production experience, familiarity with cleanroom environment control, and plastic manufacturing experience in the medical field. The job requires the ability to stand and move about, adherence to good manufacturing principles, and the capacity to work in a fast-paced team environment. The candidate should be flexible for job rotation and overtime as needed.

STAFF R&D/PRODUCT DVL ENGINEER(SI)

Company: TE Connectivity

Location: Shanghai, China

Posted Oct 15, 2024

TE Connectivity offers an opportunity to work with diverse teams on innovative projects, contributing to a safer, sustainable, and connected world. The R&D/Product Development Engineering Teams are responsible for product development, supplier qualification, feasibility studies, and detailed design. They create product documentation and contribute to design modifications for manufacturing. The role requires expertise in materials, mechanics, electrical, optics, chemistry, software, automation systems, packaging, testing, and manufacturing. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, 8-12+ years of experience, and expertise in signal integrity design, simulation, and validation. Proficiency in signal integrity analysis tools, electromagnetic theory, and PCB design is essential. Excellent communication and presentation skills are required, along with the ability to work in a global environment.

基层医疗事业部-医学信息沟通代表-泸州

Company: Sanofi U.S.

Location: Lanzhou, China

Posted Oct 15, 2024

Sanofi is seeking a Medical Information Communication Representative for its grassroots medical department in Luzhe. The role involves clinical doctor visits, academic concept dissemination, and execution of regional medical information promotion activities. The successful candidate will contribute to enhancing overall business performance and aiding millions globally. They will have ample opportunities for professional growth, both vertically and horizontally within the team and company. Sanofi, a global innovative healthcare company focusing on immunology, is also innovating in diabetes and transplant medicine. The role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field, 1-3 years of clinical promotion experience, and certain behavioral traits such as high efficiency, stress resistance, good communication skills, strong promotion skills, solid professional foundation, and good time and regional management skills. Sanofi offers a supportive team environment, growth opportunities, and comprehensive rewards including quality healthcare, preventive health plans, and at least 14 weeks of gender-neutral parental leave.

糖尿病事业部-医学信息沟通代表-福建三明

Company: Sanofi U.S.

Location: Lanzhou, China

Posted Oct 15, 2024

Sanofi, a global healthcare company specializing in immunology, is seeking a Diabetes Business Unit Medical Information Communication Representative in Suzhou. The role involves clinical doctor visits, academic concept dissemination, and execution of regional medical information promotion activities. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field, 1-3 years of clinical promotion experience, and possess qualities such as respect, cooperation, courage, honesty, efficiency, stress resistance, good communication skills, promotion skills, professional foundation, academic ability, time management, and regional management skills. Sanofi offers opportunities for growth, a supportive team environment, and comprehensive rewards including health and wellness benefits, and equal opportunities for all, regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, nationality, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity.

Project Engineer - MP Electrical Engineer

Company: Hitachi Energy

Location: Beijing, China

Posted Oct 15, 2024

Hitachi Energy seeks an electrical engineer with a focus on power systems for a role involving the design, preparation of documents, and project execution for MACH control and protection cubicles. The engineer will be responsible for circuit diagrams, interface diagrams, manufacturing documents, and various calculations. They will also propose protection and control schemes, create work plans, and coordinate with other departments. Fluency in English and adherence to Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity are required. Experience with E3 software, relay configuration, and STATCOM/Power Quality Solution projects is advantageous.

SR COMMODITY MGR STRATEGIC SOURCING

Company: TE Connectivity

Location: Qingdao, China

Posted Oct 15, 2024

TE Connectivity is seeking a strategic sourcing professional with extensive experience in commodity management, supplier relationship management, and contract analysis. The role involves developing and implementing multi-year strategies for assigned commodities, aligning with cross-functional partners, and executing competitive bid, negotiation, and contracting processes. The ideal candidate should possess strategic thinking, analytical expertise, negotiation mastery, leadership skills, and in-depth industry knowledge. A Bachelor's degree in engineering, Supply Chain, or Business is required, with 15+ years of supply chain/operations and 10+ years of management experience. Global exposure and a graduate degree in business (MBA) are preferred.

Lean Expert

Company: Schneider Electric

Location: Beijing, China

Posted Oct 15, 2024

The job posting is for a Lean Consultant position, requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in any field, with a preference for management science, industrial engineering, mechanical manufacturing, or automation. The candidate must have at least 10 years of experience in lean production or supply chain improvement, preferably with certification from Siemens as a Lean Expert (L6S Black Belt or Senior Green Belt). The role demands proficiency in standard time analysis, LADM production line design, VSM, Kaizen, and 5S methods. Strong communication, stress management, learning, and teaching skills are also required. The position is based in Shanghai, Suzhou, or Xi'an with a flexible work schedule, involving frequent travel.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of tech jobs are available in Shanghai, China?
Shanghai’s tech scene offers roles such as software engineer (front‑end, back‑end, full‑stack), data scientist, machine‑learning engineer, AI researcher, product manager, UI/UX designer, cybersecurity analyst, cloud architect, DevOps engineer, and technical project manager. Companies like Alibaba, DJI, SenseTime, Tencent, and local fintech startups actively recruit these positions.
Are tech roles in Shanghai remote, hybrid, or on‑site?
While many global firms maintain a hybrid model, 70% of Shanghai tech jobs still require on‑site presence in the city’s business districts. Remote work is common for roles that rely on digital collaboration, such as data analysis or certain engineering positions, but in‑office days are often needed for team alignment and client meetings.
Which companies are the largest employers for tech talent in Shanghai?
Top employers include Alibaba Group (Shanghai HQ), Tencent Technology (Shanghai), ByteDance (Shanghai data center), DJI Innovations, SenseTime Technology, Ping An Technology, Huawei Technologies, Xiaomi Shanghai, and Ant Financial’s Shanghai office. These firms offer structured career paths and international exposure.
What salary range can I expect for tech positions in Shanghai?
Average monthly salaries in Shanghai vary by role and experience. Junior software engineers earn 15,000‑20,000 RMB, mid‑level 20,000‑30,000 RMB, senior 30,000‑45,000 RMB. Data scientists command 20,000‑35,000 RMB, while product managers range 18,000‑35,000 RMB. Salary ranges are higher in fintech, AI, and cloud sectors, reflecting market demand.
How should I prepare for relocating to Shanghai for a tech job?
Start by securing a work visa (usually a Z‑visa) and registering with local authorities upon arrival. Choose housing in districts like Jing’an, Xuhui, or Pudong for proximity to tech hubs. Learn basic Mandarin phrases for everyday tasks, attend local meetups and coworking spaces like WeWork Shanghai or Zhongguancun Innovation Park, and use the metro system to navigate the city efficiently. Keep your LinkedIn updated and reach out to alumni or recruiters who have already relocated.

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